Modern Slavery Statement
This Modern Slavery Statement sets out the principles and controls that govern our approach to preventing slavery, servitude, forced labour, and human trafficking across our operations and supply chains. We recognise that modern slavery can take many forms and may exist in any sector, geography, or tier of supply. For that reason, our commitment is not limited to compliance alone; it is anchored in zero tolerance, proactive risk management, and continuous improvement. We expect every person acting on our behalf to uphold these standards with integrity and vigilance.
Our modern slavery policy applies to employees, contractors, agency workers, and business partners. It is reinforced through training, contractual expectations, and internal governance processes. We require managers to identify warning signs, escalate concerns quickly, and ensure that vulnerable workers are protected. In practical terms, this means we do not permit any arrangement that could conceal coercion, debt bondage, withheld identity documents, unlawful recruitment fees, or any other exploitative practice.
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward modern slavery in all forms. Any breach of this position is treated as a serious matter and may result in immediate corrective action, termination of relationships, or referral to the relevant authorities where appropriate. Our leadership team reviews ethical risks regularly and ensures that the modern slavery statement remains integrated into wider corporate responsibility, procurement, and human rights controls.
Supplier oversight is a key part of our prevention strategy. We conduct supplier audits based on risk, location, and sector exposure, with particular attention given to labour-intensive services and high-risk sourcing categories. These audits may include document reviews, management interviews, worker checks, site observations, and assessment of recruitment practices. Where issues are identified, suppliers are required to implement corrective action plans within a defined timeframe.
Modern slavery due diligence begins before a supplier is approved and continues throughout the relationship. We assess ownership structures, workforce practices, subcontracting arrangements, and country-specific risks. We also expect suppliers to apply the same standards to their own supply chains. Where risk is elevated, we may increase monitoring, request evidence of remediation, or suspend engagement until concerns are resolved.
To support transparency, we maintain internal controls that track audit findings, remediation progress, and repeat risk indicators. This enables us to identify patterns that may suggest exploitation, such as excessive overtime, restricted movement, or unusually high worker turnover. Our approach is designed to protect workers while ensuring that our anti-slavery commitments remain practical, measurable, and enforceable.
We encourage anyone who suspects wrongdoing to use our confidential reporting channels. Concerns may be raised by workers, suppliers, managers, or other stakeholders without fear of retaliation. Reports are handled sensitively, investigated promptly, and escalated where necessary. We make clear that retaliation, intimidation, or dismissal for raising a genuine concern is unacceptable and may itself be treated as misconduct.
Our reporting framework supports early intervention. When a concern is received, it is reviewed by trained personnel and, if appropriate, investigated with respect for privacy and due process. Corrective measures may include supplier engagement, worker support, additional audits, suspension of orders, or termination of the relationship. We aim to act decisively while ensuring that affected individuals are treated with dignity and care.
The effectiveness of this modern slavery statement depends on awareness, training, and accountability. We provide relevant staff with guidance on identifying labour exploitation risks, particularly in procurement, human resources, and operational management roles. Training is refreshed periodically so that teams can recognise emerging risks and respond consistently.
We review this statement annually to confirm that it remains current, accurate, and aligned with evolving legal requirements and operational risks. The annual review includes an assessment of incidents, audit outcomes, training completion, supplier performance, and the effectiveness of our reporting mechanisms. Findings from the review inform policy updates, process improvements, and future risk mitigation priorities.
Through this ongoing review cycle, we strengthen our response to modern slavery and reinforce our expectation that ethical conduct is a shared responsibility. Our objective is to maintain a resilient supply chain that respects human rights, supports safe working conditions, and prevents exploitation in every area of activity. This statement reflects our continuing commitment to a fair, lawful, and responsible business.
